Indian Travellers

Outbound travel surged, Indian travellers embraced spiritual journeys and fuelled sustainable trends this year. However, experts hope for a better revival for inbound tourism in 2024

Wondering which are the top travel destinations searched by Indians in 2023? Let's find out

India Business News: Viasat predicts Indians will become top consumers of in-flight internet services as satellite communications boom, mirroring heavy data consumption on

Healthy Snacking: According to a market research firm Imarc Group, the India snacks market size reached Rs 42,694.9 crore in 2023. Looking forward, the firm expects the market to reach Rs 95,521.8 crore by 2032 with a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.08% during 2024-2032.

These current dominant traits among Indian consumers were highlighted by market research firm Quantum Consumer Solution at a Market Research Society of India webinar last week. Quantum’s findings are based on its research for clients as well as its social listening tools that track consumer motivations and behaviour | Mumbai news

Tequila Don Julio 1942, the first brand to offer spirits samples in any Indian airport, is hosting a vibrant pop-up complete with live DJ performances at Mumbai Airport. 

Spain's appeal lies in its ability to offer a variety of tourism products and experiences in a single trip. From captivating museums, luxury shopping, and enthralling flamenco performances to unique small towns steeped in history and culture, delicious gastronomy, and vibrant festivals, Spain offers a unique proposition. Travellers have the opportunity to enjoy a diverse range of experiences without the need to travel to multiple countries. Spain is also an enticing option for cruise tourism, boasting major ports like Barcelona and Malaga, frequented by international cruises. Additionally, the country features stunning islands such as the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and Ibiza, loved by travellers worldwide.

Credit cards remain the first choice when it comes to spending when travelling abroad. Several incentives such as travel miles, cashback benefits, rewarding schemes, wide acceptance, favourable foreign exchange rates, and generous spending limits continue to serve as catalysts behind the increasing usage of credit cards when on foreign travel.A survey by Visa has revealed that 95% of travellers rely on credit cards specifically while journeying abroad, aiming to enhance and streamline their overall travel experience.

Embracing their ’main character energy,’76 percent revel in being the stars of their adventures, adopting different personas and shedding inhibitions

A glimpse into the places that Indian travellers had their eyes on in 2023, as per Google

Visa-free travel is always the welcome respite and hassle-free travel options for all those planning an international trip. So, for all those Indian tourists eager to make the most of the holiday season, and want to go on spontaneous trips, these visa-free travel destinations are the best choices. The very idea of jetting off to a foreign destination without the hurdles of visa applications adds a different layer of convenience and flexibility for those seeking to explore new horizons.

For several years now, occasions like Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, et al, have been converted into marketing opportunities by brands. In recent times, we have seen typically Western events such as Halloween, Black Friday, Cyber Monday

The Sandro, Maje and Claudie Pierlot parent company will enter the market in partnership with retail giant Reliance Brands.

PUNE: India stands as the second-highest source of arrivals for the Maldives, propelling the nation towards the ambitious target of surpassing 2 milli.

Smartphones and smart wearables were particularly in high demand during this year’s festive season sales. What were the main factors influencing consumer choices?

Vijay Dev, category lead, global whiskies at Bacardi India says the Scotch whisky market is only expected to expand in the country

New generation of consumers, with starting salaries ranging from ₹8 to ₹15 lakh per annum, is less focused on traditional investments and more inclined towards buying discretionary products

The program aims to reduce the language barrier that often impedes deeper cultural immersion

IndiGo, which celebrated its 17th anniversary this year has also become one of the fastest airlines to reach the 100 million passenger figure. In CY 2022, the airline welcomed 78 million passengers on board (slightly above pre-COVID-19 levels). The new milestone represents a 22 per cent increase in passenger traffic for 2023. IndiGo recently achieved another first for India, by becoming the first airline to operate more than 2,000 flights a day. Today, IndiGo operates to 118 destinations, including 32 international destinations.

Taking cue from Thailand and Sri Lanka, Malaysia is allowing visa-free travel to Indians

The Times of India recently published an article describing Vietnam as the latest favourite destinations for Mangalureans during the holiday season later this year.

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More and more Indians, this year, opted for alternative, budget-friendly Indian cities that deliver on culture and cuisine, according to global travel marketplace Skyscanner, which shared a wrap-up of how India travelled in 2023

Find out the most Googled tourist destinations among Indian travellers in 2023 (with things you must do when visiting)